Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019139

What distinguishes saturated hydrocarbons from unsaturated ones during combustion?

1

Higher heat energy

2

Soot production

3

Higher molecular weight

4

Less energy released

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Soot production

Solution:

Saturated hydrocarbons burn with a cleaner flame and produce less soot compared to unsaturated hydrocarbons, which release more soot due to incomplete combustion.

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